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Quality teachers have a proven impact on student success. Through the Capital Teaching Residency, we’re committed to maximizing your impact inside the classroom. Rigorous programming, exemplary teaching, and meaningful feedback make the Capital Teaching Residency a one-of-a-kind opportunity to help you develop as a teacher and empower the next generation of Washingtonians.

Mission

The mission of the Capital Teaching Residency is to empower students and increase their access to quality educational opportunities by:

Benefits of the Program

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Maximize Your Talents From Day One

Becoming a great teacher takes time: spend a year getting the support, resources, and coaching you need.

Award-Winning Schools

White Shirt 00 Pf0103 Lacoste Polo Grow at a transformational KIPP DC school, led by a diverse group of administrators, teachers, and staff dedicated to setting their students up for lives full of choice and opportunity.

Environment Designed to Strengthen Your Impact

Join a network of peers who are committed to a lasting impact in the classroom, form lifelong relationships, and learn from models of excellence.

How to Apply

Capital Teaching Residents commit to teaching for a minimum of three years in Washington, D.C. Residents spend the first year of this commitment—their residency year—training in a classroom with a highly effective lead teacher. Residents get placed at one of KIPP DC’s 16 high-performing public schools in Washington D.C.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Capital Teaching Residency Program?

The Capital Teaching Residency Program is a nationally recognized, highly selective, three-year teacher training program that provides a pathway for new teachers to develop into outstanding educators. Your first year will be your residency year. During your residency year, you will have the opportunity to obtain your teaching certification while training in the classroom with a highly effective lead teacher. Following your residency year, you will commit to two additional years of teaching at KIPP DC or a partner public school in Washington, D.C.

How do I apply to be a Capital Teaching Resident?

The first step is to complete your online application. The selection team reviews all applications and invites promising candidates to move forward to a phone interview. Following a phone interview there will be an in-person interview with the school leaders that directly manage Capital Teaching Residents. After interviews, we will deliberate and you will be notified of your final status within two to three weeks of your in-person interview. Be advised the program will evaluate applications and hire candidates on a rolling basis.

Who should apply to the CTR program?

Candidates who have the highest chance of acceptance often: have obtained a bachelor’s degree by June of 2019 (required) and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Have not previously taught for a full year as a lead teacher. Have the ability to pass your first Praxis II exam, as well as the CORE exam, before they begin their residency year. Have a history of achievement and perseverance. Ultimately residents are growth-oriented, ready to learn the art of teaching, and willing to work extremely hard in order to continuously improve their craft. They demonstrate an unwavering commitment to students and the mission of KIPP DC.

Does the CTR program train Residents in all grade levels and all subject areas?

Each year, over 50% of the Capital Teaching Residents are placed as Early Childhood Education (ECE) Residents. ECE Residents are placed in classrooms with students ages three to five. As an ECE Resident, you will benefit from the unique experience of working with D.C.’s youngest students at a critical point in their development. Selection into the secondary math and science training program will be given to applicants with strong backgrounds in math and science (typically candidates who completed a degree in math or science during their undergraduate careers). Positions are available at both the middle school and high school levels. Secondary Residents are required to earn a Master of Arts in Teaching during the second year of commitment.

What is the Fellowship in Special Education?

The Fellowship in Special Education is a one-year professional development program under the Capital Teaching Residency's umbrella of supports. It is open to current lead teachers. Learn more: www.kippdc.org/specialeducationfellowship